Altacef Suspension
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Altacef Suspension effectively treats bacterial infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, soft tissues, bones, joints, and urinary tract in children. It is also given to prevent infection in animal and human bite wounds and may also be given before surgical procedures as a preventive therapy.
Altacef Suspension is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Altacef Suspension is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Altacef Suspension in children
Benefits of Altacef Suspension for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Altacef Suspension is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, skin and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side effects of Altacef Suspension in children
Altacef Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Altacef
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Allergy
- Increased liver enzymes
How can I give Altacef Suspension to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Altacef Suspension is to be taken with food.
Avoid Altacef Suspension with dietary sodium.
Avoid Altacef Suspension with dietary sodium.
How Altacef Oral Suspension works
Altacef Suspension is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is essential for the survival of the bacteria. By doing so, this medicine stops the infection-causing bacteria from growing further and prevents the infection from spreading without making them resistant to further treatment.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Altacef Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Altacef Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Altacef Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Altacef Suspension is recommended.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Altacef Suspension to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
However, consult your child's doctor before giving Altacef Suspension to your child in case of a severe form of liver disease.
What if I forget to give Altacef Suspension to my child?
Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Encourage your child to drink plenty of water in case diarrhea develops as a side effect.
- Your child must complete the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping too soon may cause the bacteria to multiply again, become resistant, or cause another infection.
- Conditions like common cold and flu are caused by viruses. This medicine is not to be taken in such cases.
- Only give Altacef Suspension to your child for their current infection. Never save medicine for future illnesses.
- Discontinue giving Altacef Suspension and consult the doctor immediately in case your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Intermediate spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 2nd generation
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Altacef Suspension
Twice A Day
75%
Thrice A Day
25%
What are you using Altacef Oral Suspension for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
FAQs
My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Can I give Altacef Suspension to my child?
Altacef Suspension may cause seizure activity, particularly in children who have kidney disease. So, Altacef Suspension should be used with caution in children with a history of seizure disorder. If seizures occur, discontinue Altacef Suspension and visit your child’s doctor right away.
What if I give too much of Altacef Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Altacef Suspension is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Altacef Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor.
Are there any possible serious side effects of Altacef Suspension?
Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, and severe gastrointestinal infections. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Altacef Suspension?
Altacef Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Altacef Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Altacef Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Which lab tests may my child undergo while taking Altacef Suspension on a long-term basis?
The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.
Does a common cold caused by viruses always result in a secondary bacterial infection? When to start an antibiotic to prevent infection?
In most cases, bacterial infections do not follow viral infections. Using antibiotics to treat viral infections may instead lead to side effects without benefiting your child's health. Hence, you must give antibiotics to your child only after consulting with your child’s doctor.
Can Altacef Suspension impact my child’s digestion?
Antibiotics kill the infection-causing bacteria, but while doing this they may affect the good bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract. As a result, your child may develop diarrhea or some other infections as well. Moreover, children have a more sensitive stomach than adults, so the likelihood of developing a stomach upset is more. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Altacef Suspension, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.
How long does Altacef Suspension take to work?
The amount of time Altacef Suspension takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it, but for maximum effect, it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
How long should you take Altacef Suspension?
The duration of therapy with Altacef Suspension depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
Can Altacef Suspension be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Altacef Suspension should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Altacef Suspension with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Can Altacef Suspension treat UTI?
Yes, Altacef Suspension can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.
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